Bacolod City of Smiles

Leagues Played
Philippines MPBL 74
Links
Wikipedia

Fixtures

Philippines MPBL 05/04 10:00 - Bacolod City of Smiles vs Marikina Shoemasters - View

Results

Philippines MPBL 04/23 10:56 - Bacolod City of Smiles v Davao Occidental Tigers W 27-20
Philippines MPBL 04/17 08:00 - Bacolod City of Smiles v Sarangani Marlins W 84-81
Philippines MPBL 04/12 10:00 - Bataan Risers v Bacolod City of Smiles L 86-74
Philippines MPBL 04/09 08:00 - Bacolod City of Smiles v Iloilo United Royals L 67-85
Philippines MPBL 09/23 08:00 - Paranaque Patriots v Bacolod City of Smiles W 71-77
Philippines MPBL 08/24 10:00 - Batang Kankaloo v Bacolod City of Smiles L 67-62
Philippines MPBL 08/07 10:00 - Bacoor City Strikers v Bacolod City of Smiles L 91-86
Philippines MPBL 08/01 08:00 - Bacolod City of Smiles v Batangas City Embassy Chill L 74-105
Philippines MPBL 07/25 10:00 - Valenzuela XUR Homes Realty Inc. v Bacolod City of Smiles W 98-102
Philippines MPBL 07/19 10:00 - Sarangani Marlins v Bacolod City of Smiles W 91-95
Philippines MPBL 07/13 08:00 - Bacolod City of Smiles v Negros Muscovados L 88-102
Philippines MPBL 07/07 08:00 - Quezon City Gaz N Go v Bacolod City of Smiles W 75-91

The Bacolod City of Smiles, alternatively known as the Bacolod Maskaras, is a Filipino professional basketball team based in Bacolod. The team competes in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) as a member of the league's South Division. They are one of three teams based in Western Visayas. The team plays their home games at La Salle Coliseum, which they share with their Negros island rivals, the Negros Muscovados.

The team was founded as the Bacolod Master Sardines when it began play in the 2019–20 season.

History

Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League

The Bacolod Master Sardines joined the MPBL as an expansion team for the 2019–20 season, becoming one of the first two teams from Western Visayas alongside fellow expansion side Iloilo United Royals. In its inaugural season, Bacolod finished 11–19, 11th in the South Division.

In the 2021 MPBL Invitational, the team entered as the All-Star Bacolod Ballers and was drawn into Group A alongside future expansion team Negros Muscovados. In the group stage, the All-Star Ballers finished 3–2, finishing third in the group, failing to make the playoffs.

In the 2022 season, reigning Finals MVP Mark Yee joined Bacolod. Yee helped bring the team to its first playoff appearance, finished 5th in the South Division with a 14–7 record. Yee went on to win Defensive Player of the Year honors. The team beat fourth-seeded GenSan in the First Round, and forced a Game 3 against first-seeded Zamboanga in the Division Semifinals but ended up losing that game. Before the 2023 season, some of its players, including Yee and Jhan Nermal left the team to join the Bacoor City Strikers. Bacolod dropped to 9th, one game behind 8th-seeded Iloilo to once again miss the playoffs with an 11–17 record.

In 2024, nine-time PBA champion Alex Cabagnot joined as head coach of the team.

FilBasket

The team was invited to FilBasket for its 2022 Summer Championship before beginning its 2022 MPBL campaign. Bacolod finished third in the elimination round with seven wins and made the semifinals before losing to the Nueva Ecija Capitals in two games.

The Bacolod City of Smiles basketball team is a powerhouse in the Philippines basketball scene. Known for their fast-paced and high-scoring style of play, this team is a force to be reckoned with on the court. The players are known for their skill, agility, and teamwork, making them a formidable opponent for any team they face.

The team is beloved by fans in Bacolod City, who come out in droves to support them at every game. The players are seen as local heroes, inspiring the youth of the city to pursue their own basketball dreams. The team's success has brought pride and excitement to the community, with each victory celebrated with great enthusiasm.

Off the court, the Bacolod City of Smiles team is known for their sportsmanship and dedication to giving back to the community. They regularly participate in charity events and community outreach programs, using their platform to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Overall, the Bacolod City of Smiles basketball team is a shining example of excellence both on and off the court. With their talent, passion, and commitment to their community, they are truly a team to be admired.